The Maine Trash Runners

Some people run for pride, glory, or accomplishment. We Run 4 Trash (and a cleaner environment)!

Ever notice how much trash there is when you're out on your morning walk, jog, run, bike ride, hike, skip, etc.? Well, there is A LOT! That's where the Maine Trash Runners come in. We come from all walks of life and all different backgrounds, but we have a shared passion for taking care of our environment. And it doesn't matter how fast or slow you think you may be, its all about getting some exercise, picking up some trash, and having a fun while doing it.

Join us once a month as we grab our bags, tie on our shoes, move our feet, and pick up some trash. Each month we'll try to hit up a location or race and do our part to make Maine a little bit cleaner.

It's a trashy job, but somebody's gotta do it!

Keep it clean!

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Recent Meetups

July 4, 2011 at 7:00 AM, 6 Trash Runners attended
LL Bean 4th of July 10K Trash Run
They rated it 4.503 (3 ratings)

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While the race started early, it was so fun to be a part of the crowd, make Freeport a cleaner place, and get the thank you's from s ...

—Jess G

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It was great fun and a good challenge with all those hills!

—Helmi Churcher
May 15, 2011 at 7:30 AM, 4 Trash Runners attended
Esperanza 5K Trash Run - First Trash Run of 2011!
They rated it 5.002 (2 ratings)

The snow is finally gone so there is a lot of trash to be picked up. For this trash run, we will be running behind the participants of the Esperanza 5K. Our goal will... Learn more
August 15, 2010 at 12:30 PM, 15 Trash Runners attended
Tri 4 a Cure Trash Run
They rated it 5.002 (2 ratings)

This is a big one! Not only does Tri for a Cure support a great cause, we (Atayne) have volunteered to manage all the waste from the event. Gotta love trash! We... Learn more
July 4, 2010 at 7:00 AM, 9 Trash Runners attended
Trashing the L.L. Bean 4th of July 10k
They rated it 5.002 (2 ratings) and uploaded 4 photos

We have been asked by the fine folks putting on the L.L. Bean 4th of July 10k to do a trash run at the race. What better way to burn a few calories before tossing back... Learn more
May 15, 2010 at 10:00 AM, 12 Trash Runners attended
Trashing the Brunswick Commons
They rated it 5.004 (4 ratings)

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450 lbs of trash picked up. Enough said!

—Jeremy

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So trashy. So fun!

—Ryan Triffitt

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New Member

joanna joined
January 21 at 8:39 PM

"Greetings! I love to pick up trash when I run and clean the environment."
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Lily Piel joined
January 19 at 10:22 PM

"I love to run and I'm intrigued by your group - look forward to learning more."
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Amanda joined
January 2 at 8:25 PM

"A great excuse to get fit and beautify our surroundings."
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elizabeth joined
December 14, 2011 at 10:14 PM
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JustMe joined
December 9, 2011 at 11:45 AM
New Discussion

Jeremy started Some Changes to the Trash Runners
November 8, 2011 at 10:02 AM

"Hello Maine Trash Runners, I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying fall! I am reaching out as we are going to be making some changes to the Trash Running Program/Group. We have decided to move the group to Facebook...."

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New Member

Rosanne joined
October 18, 2011 at 10:45 PM

"Hi everyone! Dying to try a little trash run. Why not work out and clean up the enviroment at the same time! Let's plan something soon!!"
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Aubrey joined
October 11, 2011 at 10:47 PM
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Kevin joined
September 16, 2011 at 10:28 AM
New comment

Luette commented on Let's do something! Let's get together and run and pick up trash!
September 6, 2011 at 6:59 PM

"Hi Jeremy, I'm not totally sure how/where to respond on the site, so I hope you can read this. I'd be happy to get something together! Is Saturday the 10th too soon? Or Sunday the 25th. What works best for you?"

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